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True Crime Classics
by OTR.FM Network
True Crime Classics Step back in time and immerse yourself in the golden age of radio with "True Crime Classics." This podcast series revives the most gripping crime episodes from vintage radio shows like "Crime Classics," "Barry Craig," "Philip Marlow," "Broadway Is My Beat," "Box 13," and "Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar." Perfect for true crime enthusiasts and old-time radio lovers alike, each episode delivers a thrilling journey through historic cases, masterfully narrated and authentically preserved. Relive the suspense, drama, and mystery as you follow legendary detectives and iconic sleuths solving some of the most intriguing crimes from the mid-20th century. Whether you're a die-hard true crime fan or a nostalgic radio aficionado, "True Crime Classics" offers an unparalleled listening experience that transports you to a bygone era. Tune in weekly for new episodes, and don’t miss a single captivating story from the vault of classic radio crime
Episodes
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Mr X
Originally Aired: July 16, 1957 A Case For Doctor Morelle #13, "Mr X," a mysterious patient with no memory or identification lies recovering in a hospital, while author Paula Maitland finds herself tormented by persistent anonymous telephone calls. The caller's voice, strange and unsettling,...
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Poisoned Air
Originally Aired: July 9, 1957 A Case For Doctor Morelle #12, "Poisoned Air," Doctor Morelle and his secretary Miss Frayle are invited by Professor Hugo Russell to witness a demonstration of his new poisonous gas, designed to kill insect pests. The professor also mentions his upcoming wedding to...
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The Gambler
Originally Aired: July 2, 1957 In A Case For Doctor Morelle #11, "The Gambler," the famous detective and his secretary Miss Frayle are drawn into a puzzling case when they stumble upon a ringing telephone box during an evening walk. Answering the call, they hear the frantic voice of Mrs. Ludlow...
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The Wedding Dress
Originally Aired: June 25, 1957 A Case For Doctor Morelle #10, "The Wedding Dress," young Audrey Templeton is plagued by mysterious nightmares and unexplained disturbances in the days leading up to her wedding. Her aunt, Mrs. Lambert, seeks Doctor Morelle's help after someone repeatedly enters...
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The Black Ruby
Originally Aired: June 18, 1957 A Case For Doctor Morelle #9, "The Black Ruby," Mr. Hampton seeks Dr. Morelle's help after surviving a harrowing plane crash over the Indian Ocean. Hampton recently purchased a legendary Burmese ruby known as the Black Ruby in Bombay, despite warnings from the...
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Act Of Violence
Originally Aired: June 11, 1957 In A Case For Doctor Morelle #8, "Act Of Violence," Doctor Morelle and his secretary Miss Frayle travel to the Essex countryside to visit Professor Stenberg. On their way, they stop at a garage for directions and encounter a young man who seems strangely disturbed…
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The Will
Originally Aired: June 4, 1957 A Case For Doctor Morelle #7, "The Will," Dr. Morelle receives an urgent call from David Beaumont, who is suffering from a severe asthma attack triggered by roses on his breakfast table. When Beaumont arrives for treatment, the doctor employs an unusual technique...
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Voice In The Night
Originally Aired: May 28, 1957 In A Case For Doctor Morelle #6, "Voice In The Night," an elderly woman named Miss Nicholson arrives at Dr. Morelle's office with a disturbing tale. For the past week, she has been receiving mysterious midnight phone calls from a man warning her that someone is…
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The Blackmailer
Originally Aired: May 21, 1957 A Case For Doctor Morelle #5, "The Blackmailer," Sir Clifford and Lady Forbes desperately seek Doctor Morelle's help when their daughter Cynthia attempts suicide twice by gas and refuses to explain why. The young woman recently returned from London, where she was...
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The Sleepwalker
Originally Aired: May 14, 1957 In A Case For Doctor Morelle #4, "The Sleepwalker," the brilliant but acerbic Dr. Morelle investigates a disturbing case involving Richard Wilson, a young man plagued by terrifying nightmares in which he attempts to murder his mother with a stiletto. When Richard's...
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Threat To Kill
Originally Aired: May 7, 1957 A Case For Doctor Morelle #3, "Threat To Kill," Film star Helen Desmond receives a chilling anonymous letter threatening her life, supposedly from the jealous wife of an obsessed fan. When the police dismiss it as a publicity stunt, studio chief Mr. Digby calls in…
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Confession Of Guilt
Originally Aired: April 30, 1957 In A Case For Doctor Morelle #2, "Confession Of Guilt," a shocking murder case draws the famous psychiatrist into a web of deception and remorse. Paula Webb arrives at Dr. Morelle's office confessing that she shot Max Powers, a wealthy fashion magnate found dead…
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Alarm Call
Originally Aired: April 23, 1957 A Case For Doctor Morelle #1, "Alarm Call," Dr. Morrell's morning is interrupted when his former secretary, Miss Frayle, arrives with an urgent request. She now works at the nearby Wigmore Hotel, where Baroness Beauville has been found dead in her suite. Miss…
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Kidnapping: Shotgun Hadley
A ruthless criminal and his manipulative wife set out to make history by committing the “perfect” kidnapping. Branding her husband as the feared “Shotgun Hadley,” Sally Hadley orchestrates the abduction of an Oklahoma millionaire and demands a massive ransom—confident she can outsmart the FBI.…
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Max Tyler: The Friend Who Ran
In this gripping tale from January 5, 1950, Sergeant Joe Friday faces a personal crisis when a friend from the Army, Max Tyler, is caught robbing a jewelry store—and he’s the one who has to put him away. But when Max escapes from prison just months before a potential parole, Friday is forced to...
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Body Buried in the Nursery: The Case of Eric Kelby
Originally Aired: September 3, 1949 Body Buried in the Nursery: The Case of Eric Kelby In this haunting Dragnet episode, Joe Friday and Ben Romero investigate the sudden disappearance of Agnes Kelby, a devoted wife and mother who vanishes without warning. What begins as a routine missing persons...
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Auto Burglaries: Myra the Redhead
Originally Aired: September 1, 1949 Auto Burglaries: Myra the Redhead: In this gripping episode of Dragnet, Detectives Joe Friday and Ben Romero are assigned to the auto theft detail as they track down a sophisticated car burglary ring that has looted more than 250 vehicles across Los Angeles.…
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The Blitz Bandits: A Cop’s Sacrifice
This emotional and action-packed episode of Dragnet follows Detectives Joe Friday and Ben Romero as they hunt the infamous Blitz Bandits, a gang responsible for a spree of violent robberies across Los Angeles. The detectives trace their prime suspects, Mario Kosky and Al Mischikoff, but the duo...
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Sixteen Jewel Thefts: The Trail of Walter Tracy
In this thrilling episode of Dragnet, Detectives Joe Friday and Ben Romero are assigned to the burglary detail to stop a brazen jewel thief whose 16-day spree has left Los Angeles reeling. Dubbed "the 16-night burglar," the elusive criminal has stolen thousands of dollars’ worth of jewels…
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Maniac at Large: A Killer’s Trail
In this intense episode of Dragnet, Detectives Joe Friday and Ben Romero face one of their most chilling cases yet: tracking a brutal murderer terrorizing Los Angeles. When the mutilated body of a woman is discovered in a hotel room, the detectives uncover the killer’s modus…
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Benny Trounsall: A Deadly Narcotics Ring
In this gripping episode of Dragnet, Detectives Joe Friday and Ben Romero investigate the brutal death of Benny Trounsall, a trusted informant who succumbs to injuries after hinting at a powerful narcotics ring operating in Los Angeles. With few clues—a scrap of paper reading "Tucker Building"…
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Missing Persons: The Search for Juanita Lasky
This compelling episode of Dragnet follows Sergeant Joe Friday and his partner Ben Romero as they unravel the mysterious disappearance of Juanita Lasky, a young woman who vanished from her Los Angeles residence just weeks before Christmas. With no immediate clues, the investigation takes them…
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Attempted City Hall Bombing: A Race Against Time
Detective Sergeant Joe Friday and his partner, Ben Romero, face a harrowing race against time in this gripping episode of Dragnet. When Vernon Carney walks into Los Angeles City Hall with a homemade bomb, he threatens to detonate it unless his brother, Elwood, is released from jail. As Carney…
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Red Light Bandit: A Trail of Deception and Despair
In this gripping Dragnet episode, Detectives Joe Friday and Ben Romero are thrust into the chaotic pursuit of a twisted criminal masquerading as a police officer. Dubbed the “Red Light Bandit,” this ruthless fiend uses a red spotlight to prey on unsuspecting victims across Los Angeles. His…
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The Helen Corday Murder: A City’s Dark Secret Unraveled
In this gripping episode of Dragnet, the Los Angeles Police Department faces one of its most harrowing murder investigations. Helen Corday, a well-liked waitress, is brutally murdered with a steel pipe, leaving the city in shock. Detective Sergeant Joe Friday and his partner Ben Romero are tasked...
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Quick Trigger Gun Men: A Deadly Confrontation in Los Angeles
In this gripping episode of “Dragnet,” Detective Sergeant Joe Friday and his partner Ben Romero face off against a ruthless gang of quick-trigger gunmen who have moved into Los Angeles, determined to kill the first cop who tries to apprehend them. The drama unfolds as they respond to a stake-out...
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The Werewolf: A City Under Siege
In this chilling episode of “Dragnet,” Detectives Joe Friday and Ben Romero are assigned to a robbery detail where a terrifying criminal, dubbed “The Werewolf,” has been terrorizing Los Angeles. This ruthless assailant has attacked and robbed 18 women over the past six weeks, leaving them…
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The Nickel Plated Gun: The Case of the Cold-Blooded Shootings
In this intense and gripping episode of Dragnet, originally aired on June 10, 1949, Detective Sergeant Joe Friday (played by Jack Webb) and his partner Ben Romero are thrust into a tense investigation after two police officers are shot outside a seedy café in Los Angeles. As the detectives follow...
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Good Evening, My Name Is Jack The Ripper: London’s Infamous Shadow
In the chilling final episode of "Crime Classics," titled "Good Evening, My Name Is Jack The Ripper," Thomas Hyland, the ever-intriguing connoisseur of crime, student of violence, and teller of murders, delves into one of history's most notorious unsolved mysteries. Set against the fog-shrouded...
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Ali Pasha, A Turkish Delight: Murder and Mayhem in the Ottoman Empire
In this captivating episode of "Crime Classics," Thomas Hyland, the ever-curious connoisseur of crime, student of violence, and teller of murders, presents the chilling tale of "Ali Pasha, A Turkish Delight." Set within the opulent yet treacherous world of the Ottoman Empire, this episode…
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Death of a Baltimore Birdie and Friend: Love, Murder, and Prizefighting
In this intriguing episode of "Crime Classics," Thomas Hyland, the astute connoisseur of crime, student of violence, and teller of murders, unravels the tale of "The Death of a Baltimore Birdie and Friend." Set against the backdrop of a sweltering summer night in August 1953, this episode delves...
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The Assassination of Leon Trotsky: The Fall of a Revolutionary
In this compelling episode of "Crime Classics," Thomas Hyland, the insightful connoisseur of crime, student of violence, and teller of murders, presents the chilling tale of "The Assassination of Leon Trotsky." This episode delves into the life and death of one of history’s most influential...
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Mr. Jonathan Jewett: How He Most Peculiarly Cheated The Hangman
In this darkly intriguing episode of "Crime Classics," Thomas Hyland, the ever-astute connoisseur of crime, student of violence, and teller of murders, recounts the bizarre and cunning story of "Mr. Jonathan Jewett: How He Most Peculiarly Cheated The Hangman." Set in an era when the gallows…
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The Lethal Habit of Marquise de Brinvilliers: A Poisonous Pastime
In this gripping episode of "Crime Classics," Thomas Hyland, the distinguished connoisseur of crime, student of violence, and teller of murders, delves into the chilling tale of "The Lethal Habit of Marquise de Brinvilliers." Set in the opulent yet perilous world of 18th century France, this…
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Mr. Clarke’s Skeleton in Mr. Aram’s Closet: The Noise It Made
In this intriguing episode of "Crime Classics," Thomas Hyland, the ever-curious connoisseur of crime, student of violence, and teller of murders, unravels the mystery of "Mr. Clarke’s Skeleton in Mr. Aram’s Closet: The Noise It Made." Set against the foggy backdrop of Yorkshire in 1758, this tale...
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Bunny Baumler: A Brush with Fame and Four Murders in a Beer Hall
In this chilling episode of "Crime Classics," Thomas Hyland, the astute connoisseur of crime, student of violence, and teller of murders, presents the darkly intriguing story of "Bunny Baumler: A Brush with Fame and Four Murders in a Beer Hall." Set in the bustling city of Nuremberg in 1820, this...
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Widow Magee: A Tale of Seduction and Suspicion in 1850 Vermont
In this intriguing episode of "Crime Classics," Thomas Hyland, the insightful connoisseur of crime, student of violence, and teller of murders, presents the story of "Widow Magee and the Three Gypsies: A Vermont Fandango." Set in the picturesque yet unforgiving landscape of 1850 Vermont, this…
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Cesare Borgia: Intrigue and Murder in 1500 Rome
In this compelling episode of "Crime Classics," Thomas Hyland, the astute connoisseur of crime, student of violence, and teller of murders, narrates the chilling story of "Cesare Borgia: His Most Difficult Murder." Set in the heart of Rome in the year 1500, this tale dives deep into the sinister...
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James Evans, Fireman: A Tale of Love and Flames in 1826 England
In this gripping episode of "Crime Classics," Thomas Hyland, the meticulous connoisseur of crime, student of violence, and teller of murders, presents the harrowing tale of "James Evans Fireman: How He Extinguished a Human Torch." Set in the industrial city of Manchester, England, in the year…
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The General’s Daughter: A Russian Tragedy in the Frozen Neva
In this poignant episode of "Crime Classics," Thomas Hyland, the ever-curious connoisseur of crime, student of violence, and teller of murders, brings to life a chilling tale of love and betrayal in Tsarist Russia. "The General’s Daughter: A Russian Tragedy in the Frozen Neva" is a story steeped…
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Robby Boy Balfour: How He Wrecked the Big Prison’s Reputation
In this captivating episode of "Crime Classics," Thomas Hyland, the ever-intriguing connoisseur of crime, student of violence, and teller of murders, presents the dramatic story of "Robby Boy Balfour: How He Wrecked the Big Prison’s Reputation." Set against the austere backdrop of Scotland in…
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Old Six Toes: How He Stopped Construction on the BBC
In this fascinating episode of "Crime Classics," Thomas Hyland, the meticulous connoisseur of crime, student of violence, and teller of murders, presents the chilling tale of "Old Six Toes: How He Stopped Construction on the BBC." Set in old India, where an old man and a young wife create a…
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The Tiger and Brad Ferguson: A Deadly Encounter in the New Hampshire Wilderness
In this riveting episode of "Crime Classics," Thomas Hyland, the ever-insightful connoisseur of crime, student of violence, and teller of murders, brings us the chilling tale of "The Tiger and Brad Ferguson." Set against the rugged backdrop of New Hampshire in 1842, this story delves into the…
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Roger Nems: How He, Though Dead, Won the Game
In this intriguing episode of "Crime Classics," Thomas Hyland, the ever-curious connoisseur of crime, student of violence, and teller of murders, recounts the strange and eerie story of "Roger Nems: How He, Though Dead, Won the Game." Set during the reign of Charles II, this tale unfolds in the...
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The Good Ship Jane: Why She Became Flotsam
In this gripping episode of "Crime Classics," Thomas Hyland, the connoisseur of crime, student of violence, and teller of murders, presents the harrowing tale of "The Good Ship Jane: Why She Became Flotsam." Set in the year 1821, this episode dives deep into the dark world of piracy and betrayal…
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Jean Baptiste Troppmann: A Youthful Murderer's Path to Infamy
In this chilling episode of "Crime Classics," titled "Jean Baptiste Troppmann: Killer of Many," Thomas Hyland takes us back to 1865 France, under the reign of Louis Napoleon, to unravel the dark and twisted tale of a young man driven by greed and ambition. Jean Baptiste Troppmann, though only a...
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The Incredible History of John Shepard: England's Most Notorious Rogue
In "The Incredible History of John Shepard," a fascinating episode of "Crime Classics" originally aired on February 3, 1954, listeners are drawn into the daring and cunning world of one of old England's most infamous criminals. John Shepard, a name that sent shivers down the spines of London's...
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The Boorn Brothers and the Hangman: A Tale of Justice in 1817 Vermont
Step back into the early 19th century with "The Boorn Brothers and the Hangman: A Study in Nip and Tuck," a fascinating episode of "Crime Classics" that originally aired on January 27, 1954. Set in Rutland, Vermont, in 1817, this episode tells the strange and gripping tale of the Boorn brothers,...
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Madeline Smith: Maid or Murderess? The Arsenic Mystery in Glasgow
Step into the dark and foggy streets of 1857 Glasgow, Scotland, with this chilling episode of "Crime Classics" titled "Madeline Smith: Maid or Murderess, Which?" Originally aired on January 20, 1954, this episode dives into the true story of a young woman whose charm masked a deadly secret....
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Twenty-Three Knives Against Caesar: The Ides of March Revisited
Step into the ancient city of Rome with "Twenty-Three Knives Against Caesar," an episode from the classic radio series "Crime Classics," originally aired on February 10, 1954. This dramatic retelling of the infamous assassination of Julius Caesar takes a unique "Crime Classics" perspective on one...
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True Crime Classics
Step back in time and immerse yourself in the golden age of radio with "True Crime Classics." This podcast series revives the most gripping crime episodes from vintage radio shows like "Crime Classics," "Barry Craig," "Philip Marlow," "Broadway Is My Beat," "Box 13," and "Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar." Perfect for true crime enthusiasts and old-time radio lovers alike, each episode delivers a thrilling journey through historic cases, masterfully narrated and authentically preserved.
Relive the suspense, drama, and mystery as you follow legendary detectives and iconic sleuths solving some of the most intriguing crimes from the mid-20th century. Whether you're a die-hard true crime fan or a nostalgic radio aficionado, "True Crime Classics" offers an unparalleled listening experience that transports you to a bygone era.
Tune in weekly for new episodes, and don’t miss a single captivating story from the vault of classic radio crime
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True Crime Classics Step back in time and immerse yourself in the golden age of radio with "True Crime Classics." This podcast series revives the most gripping crime episodes from vintage radio shows like "Crime Classics," "Barry Craig," "Philip Marlow," "Broadway Is My Beat," "Box 13," and "Yours...
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